Pastry Chef

Key Responsibilities

Pastry Production & Creativity

• Plan, prepare, and produce a wide variety of pastries, desserts, cakes, breads, and other baked goods.
• Ensure high standards of taste, quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Design and introduce new pastry items, seasonal specials, and customized orders.
• Follow recipes and techniques precisely while also contributing creative input.

Operations & Quality Control

• Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health, and safety standards.
• Monitor ingredient freshness, quality, and proper storage.
• Maintain cleanliness, order, and organization of the pastry kitchen at all times.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of pastry tools and equipment.

Inventory & Cost Management

• Manage inventory of ingredients and pastry supplies.
• Place orders with suppliers and monitor deliveries for accuracy and quality.
• Control waste and optimize ingredient usage to meet cost targets.

Team Leadership & Training

• Supervise and coordinate pastry staff, assigning daily tasks and responsibilities.
• Train and mentor junior pastry cooks and kitchen staff.
• Foster a positive and collaborative working environment within the kitchen.

Collaboration & Service

• Work closely with restaurant/café managers, chefs, and baristas to ensure menu coordination.
• Support event and catering orders with customized pastry creations.
• Ensure smooth service during peak hours and special occasions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts, Patisserie, or equivalent.
• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or in a similar pastry/bakery role (minimum 3–5 years).
• Expertise in pastry techniques, chocolate work, sugar art, and bread-making.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Creativity and artistic flair with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Job Type: Full-time